Shennong Dao Master-Chapter 1523 - 20: Grassman Skill at Divine Skills Level! He Yin Marquis’s Astonishment! (3)

Lu Yuehan looked at Zhao Xing with some anticipation. She certainly wanted a talented Minister of Agriculture from the Self Sect! Having returned to Marquis Mansion halfway to recognize her ancestors, she needed more than just the favor of Marquis Yuetan to establish herself—she must also have her own career.

Zhao Xing was certainly not going to agree. It was ridiculous; did they expect to have him working for free based on a few empty words? Although Marquis Mansion had a reputation, it wasn't enough to compel him, especially since he owed them nothing.

"Thank you, Brother Wang, for your kind invitation." Zhao Xing raised his glass and said, "However, my abilities are mediocre, and I prefer to work independently rather than collaborate with others, lest I become a burden to the Marquis Mansion."

These were obviously words of evasion. Zhao Xing was capable of defeating a group led by Zeng Zhuo, even though he had leveraged a special environment... It's simply impossible to consider his skills mediocre.

Lu Yuehan did not feel disappointed and was somewhat satisfied that she couldn't convince him with just a few words.

"Mr. Wang, today is just for a joyful gathering and discussing the Dao, not for other matters," Lu Yuehan smiled and said.

"As the young lady says, I'll take a self-imposed drink as a penalty." Wang Yun chuckled, raised his glass, and drank it all. 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

Once Wang Yun finished his drink, Lu Yuehan continued, "Aside from celebrating Brother Jing's recovery, this banquet is also meant for you both to appraise the treasures of the Marquis Mansion."

Lu Yuehan waved her hand, and suddenly a hidden compartment on the ground opened up, revealing a long display table in the middle of the hall.

On it were colorful treasures, including various weapons, battle armor, ingenious mechanisms, spiritual pills, rare flowers and herbs, Preaching Jade Scrolls... At the very end, there were even three ice coffins, inside which lay three pairs of Demon Race twins.

With just one glance, Zhao Xing could tell that these were all fine vessels for cultivation.

They were either Taiyin Body or Sun Dao Body, inherently alluring, with exotic appeal—even while they slept with eyes closed, they stirred desires within people's hearts.

Lu Yuehan's array of treasures was enough to start a small exhibition.

The so-called appraisal was merely an attempt to use the treasures to keep people around.

The main target was Zhao Xing.

Because half of the items here were related to or associated with the Minister of Agriculture.

"Mr. Zhao, Miss Lu has gone to significant lengths to recruit you," Jing Yan transmitted.

The identity of Purple God Mansion members was not much of an obstacle for Marquis Yuetan's Mansion, as long as they could recruit Zhao Xing; paying some money afterward would suffice.

"Indeed, some effort has been made," Zhao Xing evaluated.

Items displayed here were not obtainable through regular means.

Even Yuanhai Palace wouldn't sell them, and some were unique pieces.

It's no wonder the aristocratic circle loves holding banquets, especially lengthy ones, as they're key occasions for exchanging resources.

Seeing Zhao Xing and Jing Yan's expressions shifting slightly, Lu Yuehan's lips curled into a slight smile: "Both Daoist Brothers may freely view and handle the objects. Should you have any questions, Mr. Hong is here."

Hong Qi nodded slightly. He had personally selected these items and had transferred them from various Lu Family treasuries over six months, confident that these possessions could entice Zhao Xing.

Zhao Xing wasn't reserved; since he was here, taking a look seemed harmless.

He immediately rose with Jing Yan to appraise the treasures.

And indeed, Lu Yuehan's items were of exceptional quality.

"If I were someone who fancied sophistication, there's a Jiao Wei Zither here, which counts as a top-level replica," Zhao Xing remarked as he casually moved past, catching sight of an ancient zither with a phoenix wood body and flaming strings.

Zhao Xing lightly plucked the strings, and amusingly, despite having no piano skills whatsoever, the instrument automatically produced celestial sounds, playing melodies on its own.

"If I appreciated beauty, here lie mixed-blood vessels from the Fox Clan and the Human Clan, and the Sea Demon Clan and Human Clan—all twins, especially Sea Demon Clan members, who are renowned singers, embody the Dao, leaving one enthralled. They are highly favored as companions in noble circles."

Zhao Xing didn't linger long, quickly moving past them. Jing Yan took a few extra glances, but ultimately remained unaffected.

Hong Qi observed both Zhao Xing and Jing Yan's demeanor, continuously transmitting information to Lu Yuehan for reference.

Upon seeing certain items, Zhao Xing and Jing Yan's eyes showed a hint of disdain.

"Mr. Zhao, is this... Mystic Spirit Pill?"

"Yes," Zhao Xing nodded, "After consumption, it grants an illusory sensation of ascending to immortality, causing one to sink into delusions."

"Hm, Barbaric Ancient Country relic," Jing Yan scoffed.

This item was strictly banned in the Red Star Empire; anyone selling it faced a fate of annihilation and family extermination.

But many ancient countries in the Xuanling Star Domain loved such things.

"Mr. Zhao, what is this?" Jing Yan asked.

"Pu Yuan Heart Calming Bead, Taiyin Daoist Soldier," Zhao Xing replied, "The Soothing Bead prevents insanity from cultivation, resists Illusion Realms, and was initially produced by the Ci Yuan Ancient Country's Pu Yuan Star. However, eight epochs ago, the Pu Yuan Star turned into a Desolate Domain, making this version of the Soothing Bead a rarity."

"What about this one?"

"Two-Pole Cosmic Light Disk, also Taiyin Daoist Soldier, emits Polarity Meridian Divine Rays that counter the Yuan Magnetic Golden Body, reverse Five Elements Essential Energy Martial Arts Secret Techniques, and treasure of toxic flame severely. Produced by a Refining Master from the Ancient Hill, few remain after the master's death."

"This one looks familiar. It should be the Red Su Tripod from the Primordial Heavenly Palace, collecting Essential Energy."

"Indeed."

...

Zhao Xing and Jing Yan examined for quite a while but made no inquiries, which puzzled Lu Yuehan.

Fearing Zhao Xing's unfamiliarity, she had placed explanatory labels beside the treasures.

However, she had not included their specific uses, expecting to evoke Zhao Xing's curiosity and elicit questions.

Yet, till now, the two merely looked without asking anything.